To participate in or experience something together with other people, including both positive things (success, joy) and negative ones (responsibility, blame).
To be part of something that other people are experiencing too — like sharing in a win or sharing in the blame.
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
To take part in an experience, feeling, or outcome that others are also involved in.
"Everyone who worked on the project should share in the credit for its success."
We share in the sadness of this moment.
— Barack Obama, on the death of Nelson Mandela, December 2013.
To receive a portion of financial returns or benefits along with others.
"As a partner, you will share in any profits the firm generates."
To take a share of something that is inside a group or experience.
To be part of something that other people are experiencing too — like sharing in a win or sharing in the blame.
Often used for experiences that are shared emotionally or collectively — profits, grief, pride, responsibility. Somewhat more formal than 'share'. Commonly used in speeches and formal writing.
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